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Marlon Samuels received a six-year ban for violating ICC anti-corruption regulations

Samuels neglected to disclose payments, gifts, and hospitality while participating in the T10 league in Abu Dhabi.

Marlon Samuels, a prominent figure in West Indies cricket and a key player in the team’s T20 World Cup triumphs in 2012 and 2016, faces a significant setback as he receives a six-year ban for violating the ICC’s anti-corruption code.

The tribunal’s ruling is centered on Samuels’ failure to disclose payments, gifts, and hospitality during his participation in the T10 league in Abu Dhabi, emphasizing the gravity of these offenses. The breach also involves charges of non-cooperation and obstruction during the subsequent investigation.

Alex Marshall, ICC General Manager of HR and Integrity Unit, underscores the importance of the ban as a robust deterrent against future transgressions. Marshall acknowledges Samuels’ nearly two-decade-long international cricket career and highlights his awareness of anti-corruption obligations under the ICC’s codes.

Despite Samuels’ retirement, the effective date of the ban is November 11, 2023. This development not only impacts his cricketing legacy, marked by enduring on-field rivalries with players such as Ben Stokes and Shane Warne but also serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing commitment to upholding cricket’s integrity.

The ban sends a strong message about the consequences awaiting those who violate anti-corruption regulations, contributing to the ongoing efforts to preserve the sport’s fair play and ethical standards.

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